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The evolution of CRISPR cell line technology

April 22, 2024
CRISPR technology’s initial applications were primarily focused on targeted genome editing, but its use has expanded into cell line engineering, which holds promises of groundbreaking advancements, insists Promega's Philip Hargreaves…

Scottish testing centre prepares for pioneering Alzheimer’s role

April 21, 2024
The University of St Andrews is on course to launch Scotland’s first blood tests for early stage Alzheimer’s, thanks to a collaboration with healthcare giant Roche Diagnostics.

Look to your assets

April 15, 2024
Waste reduction or recycling is usually the focus for driving greener practice in the lab but what about asset management? It can improve efficiency and sustainability simultaneously, explains Katie Harrison.

Honing in on the chemical lab

April 15, 2024
This year’s version of the CHEMUK show is the largest ever but it also has an enhanced focus on the chemical laboratory, which has its dedicated zone and programme.

‘Heartphone’ tracker could revolutionise disease prevention

April 14, 2024
The popularity of the smartphone could provide significant advances in the rate of detection of heart failure, suggests collaborative work between Finland’s University of Turku and healthcare tech firm CardioSignal.

Playing it cool

April 8, 2024
In the lab, the need for effective temperature control is a given. And as demands have increased, so has the precision offered by technology such as wireless data loggers, says...

Global forum’s cash challenge to boost cardiovascular funding

April 7, 2024
The Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum (GCRFF), has announced a new cash prize aimed at improving funding strategies for impactful research into heart related conditions.

Study links inbreeding and pregnancy loss in horses

April 6, 2024
Mid and late term pregnancy loss among thoroughbred horses appears to correlate significantly with the prevalence of inbreeding, according a Royal Veterinary College study.

Lab.or.a.tol.o.gy: Bodge it, Badger

April 2, 2024
Given the realities of working life, a bodge job can beat the company’s purchasing protocols, advises Matthew Partridge.

Science in the round

April 2, 2024
The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) remains one of Europe's largest multidisciplinary research bodies, with a vast network of facilities. Laboratory News interviewed Dr Ludmilla Mee about the unique...

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